Reference code: JR126024
Richemont owns some of the world’s leading luxury goods Maisons, with particular strengths in jewellery, fine watches and premium accessories. Each Maison represents a proud tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont seeks to preserve the heritage and identity of each of its Maisons. At the same time, we are committed to innovation and designing new products which are in keeping with our Maisons’ values, through a process of continuous creativity.
At Richemont Americas, we aspire to reflect the ever-changing world around us. We are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities to build a continually evolving, inclusive community where the diversity of our colleagues and clients is rich and celebrated. We believe when inclusion is fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence, advancing the community that is uniquely Richemont Americas.
Senior Brand Accountant
Finance | Shelton, CT
Reports to: Senior Manager, Brand Accounting
Role Overview
The Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing and overseeing the financial operations of assigned business areas, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in the entire accounting process. The potential candidate must be passionate about a career in accounting and requires a strong understanding of accounting practices, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the timely financial closing process for month-end and year-end closes and ensuring compliance with IFRS & Group guidelines
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial data and resolve accounting-related issues
- Handle fixed asset accounting which includes creating, maintaining, and monitoring related CAPEX reporting
- Review applicable lease agreements for key information and accounting
- Responsible for reviewing and analyzing the trial balance for assigned business area(s) and providing commentary for variances if necessary
- Oversee and perform general ledger reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurately maintained
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and prepayments
- Support process improvement projects in line with the business needs to ensure internal controls compliance
- Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary supporting schedules and documentation
- Support and participate in ad-hoc accounting projects
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA or Master’s degree a plus
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP)
- Good understanding of financial concepts (P&L, Cash Flow and Balance Sheet analysis) and experience in data analytics skills
- Result-oriented team player and able to work in managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent analytical skills with a high level of integrity
- Strong sense of responsibility, self-starter, well organized, able to work independently and under pressure with tight deadlines
- Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule during monthly and year-end closings
- Advanced Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.) skills
- Experience with SAP a plus
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
We Offer – United States
Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.
At Richemont, We Craft the Future!
Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.
